This stage, starting from the beginner level, requires serious practice of each movement and a solid foundation. The heights, depths, emptiness, solidity, size, and routes must be executed meticulously according to the requirements of the Tai Chi form. At this point, one should neither pursue techniques too early nor focus solely on the strength of … Read more
Tai Chi culture is an ancient Chinese culture that permeates various cultural fields and phenomena. Due to the universality of Tai Chi, its essence can infiltrate various cultural domains and phenomena, allowing us to feel its omnipresence and omnipotence; however, this does not imply that everything can be called Tai Chi, as each phenomenon has … Read more
1. Hand Shapes 1. Fist: Fingers curled naturally, thumb pressing against the second joint of the index and middle fingers. 2. Palm: Fingers slightly bent and spread, palm slightly cupped, the space between the thumb and index finger forming an arc. 3. Hook: Fingers naturally pinched together at the first joint, wrist bent. All hand … Read more
Chen Zhaokui, a master of Chen-style Tai Chi, once said, “The essence of Tai Chi is martial arts; every movement of the hands and feet has its purpose. The hand shapes cannot resemble a five-fingered fork nor the orchid hand of Du Jinfang. Different hand shapes are used according to different applications. The palm techniques … Read more